Short-Faced Scorpionfly vs Australian Dobsonfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Short-Faced Scorpionfly | Australian Dobsonfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Panorpodes paradoxus | Archichauliodes diversus |
| Order | Mecoptera | Megaloptera |
| Family | Panorpodidae | Corydalidae |
| Size | 10-14 mm | 50-75 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Forests | Forests |
| Diet | Pollen Feeders | Predators |
| Regions | Asia | Australia, New Zealand |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Short-Faced Scorpionfly
An unusual scorpionfly with a shorter rostrum than typical Panorpa species, found in East Asian forests. It feeds primarily on nectar and pollen.
Did You Know?
Unlike most scorpionflies that scavenge dead insects, this species has evolved a shortened face for feeding primarily on flower nectar.
Australian Dobsonfly
A large, dark dobsonfly found in clean streams across southeastern Australia. Larvae are important predators in cool forest streams.
Did You Know?
It is found on both sides of the Tasman Sea, occurring in both Australia and New Zealand.